Susan Myles

Business Reporter

Susan is a business reporter for The Scottish Farmer covering both news and business stories in Scottish agriculture as well feature writing. She is a University of Stirling graduate where she studied film, media and journalism and was twice nominated for the Scottish Student Journalism awards.

Susan is a business reporter for The Scottish Farmer covering both news and business stories in Scottish agriculture as well feature writing. She is a University of Stirling graduate where she studied film, media and journalism and was twice nominated for the Scottish Student Journalism awards.

Latest articles from Susan Myles

Denmark are making changes

World-First Tax Danish farmers set to pay tax on carbon emissions as part of green agreement
Denmark leads with the first methane tax on farmers—300 kroner (£34) per tonne from 2030—aiming for net zero by 2050.

Gavin and Anna Brown has been at Springfield Farm since 2010

Sustainable Farming A journey of diversification to secure the Brown family’s farming future
Discover how Springfield Farm near the Pentland Hills became a thriving, sustainable business through innovation, passion, and family dedication.

UK Research and Innovation group Digital Dairy Chain has awarded £1m across five projects in South-West Scotland and Cumbria

Tech for farmers Digital tool to improve heat resilience in dairy farm buildings awarded top grant
Farmers can now use an app to analyse cattle housing environments, thanks to a new grant from the Digital Dairy Chain.

Fraser Nicholson opted for Galebreaker's VVS side curtain system to shelter his Holstein cows from the prevailing winds

Wind Protection Dumfries dairy farmer Fraser Nicholson found installing VVS side curtains
Fraser Nicholson of Newhouse farm installs Galebreaker curtains to combat strong winds, ensuring a more stable environment for his expanding dairy.

Kenny and Moira Marshall with daughters Christine, Julie and Shona with host Cammy Wilson

Must-Visit Stop How Marshall's put themselves on the map from a tattie trailer to a farm shop
Marshall’s Farm Shop & Kitchen, a hidden gem on the A96, has evolved from a tattie trailer to a bustling family business. A must-visit destination.

Craig winning Adviser of the Year pcitured with host Cammy Wilson and Darren Bruce

Farm to Expert Adviser of the Year winner Craig Bothwell talks about his work as a consultant
Craig Bothwell’s journey from family farm work to becoming a top adviser at SAC Consulting highlights a decade of dedication and agricultural expertise.

United Auctions Stirling saw over 8000 lambs forward this week

Top Lamb Prices Lamb averages of 290-310p per live kg with UA Stirling seeing the highest numbers
Lamb prices soar with UA Stirling reporting top averages of 310p/kg, driving strong market interest across the board.

Richard Gawthorp, left, with his debut Craven Dairy Auction champion, joined by judge Shaun Sowray and the reserve.

Top Price Milestone Dairy heifers sell to £2900 at Skipton's Craven Dairy Auction
Carriver Pivot Punch secures joint top price of £2900 at CCM Skipton’s November Craven Dairy Auction.

Melanie Alford was successful in the Native interbreed securing both senior and junior champion

Champion Handler Nearly 400 calf entries saw top quality show at Stars of the Future in Stirling
The 14th Annual Stars of the Future calf show in Stirling saw 379 entries. 13-year-old Jim Goldie won with his Simmental bull in the young handlers competition.